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  • Students Display Artwork at Barnes and Noble, Shoppers World

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Metrowest community is invited to enjoy an art exhibit showcasing creative works made by students from the MetroWest Jewish Day School(MWJDS) of Framingham.

    The works are exhibited at Barnes and Noble at Shoppers World for the month of February; visit during school vacation. All 54 students have at least one piece of art displayed. Represented are portraits of Jerusalem, designs of Native American Molas, alphabet art in the style of Stuart Davis, mathematical designs in symmetry and two collaborative quilts.

    The quilts were crafted by students to represent their images of Israel and Jewish life as we anticipate the celebration of Israel’s 60th birthday. MWJDS welcomes eager learners for grades K – 6. Families from across the spectrum of Jewish observance, including interfaith families, are encouraged to apply. For information call (508) 620-5554 or e-mail joyce.bohnen@mwjds.org.

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  • Annual Art Doyle Road Race

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — On Saturday, May 10, 2008, the Greater Framingham Track Club, in conjunction with Framingham State College, will sponsor a 3.2 mile road race. This event is a yearly tribute to a beloved teacher and former Framingham State Academic Vice President, Arthur Doyle, who died tragically in 2002 as a result of a car accident.

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  • Yelling Doesn’t Work! Free Parenting Workshop

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — “Yelling Doesn’t Work!” workshop on what you can do to help a child with special needs comply at home and in the classroom using positive behavioral supports will be held Tuesday, April 8, 7 – 9 p.m. at the King Building.

    Yelling does not teach the necessary skills a child needs to learn in order to comply. This presentation provides insight into why a child with special needs misbehaves and how changing your behavior will in turn change theirs.

    Learn to recognize the function of behavior and how a front-end approach will show results. Functional Assessments, which are at the heart of a Positive Behavior Support Plan, are discussed at length and samples plans are provided.

    This workshop was created by Rebecca Goniwich, Barbara Gopen Memorial Fellow, in collaboration with the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN).

    HOSTED BY: The Framingham Special Education Parent Advisory Council * F-SEPAC * www.f-sepac.org

    DATE: Tuesday, April 8, 2008

    TIME: 7:00-9:00 p.m.

    PLACE: The King Administration Building
    454 Water Street
    Framingham, MA 01701-7670

    WHO MAY ATTEND: This workshop is free and open to the public.

    RSVP: Please RSVP for this event so that we have
    enough handouts for all attendees

    To register/RSVP for these and other FCSN workshops, go to:
    http://fcsn.org/pti/workshops/home.php#register

    or call the Federation at 617-236-7210
    (in Massachusetts toll-free at 800-331-0688)

    Related Link: <http://fcsn.org/pti/workshops/home.php#register>

  • Discounted CPR Course Offered on April 2nd

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Circle of Friends Preschool is offering a CPR Class/Fundraiser Wednesday April 2nd, from 7-10pm. The class will take place at the preschool–61 Nicholas Rd, Framingham, 01701.

    Learn adult and infant CPR as well as basic first aid. This class is normally $75 through the Red Cross, however, thanks to a generous donation from the instructor, we are able to offer this the training for $50.

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  • Framingham School Receives International Reading Assn. Exemplary Reading Program Award

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The International Reading Association (https://www.reading.org/) has awarded Hemenway School the Massachusetts state winner of the 2007-2008 International Reading Association Exemplary Reading Program Award!

    “The Exemplary Reading Program Award recognizes outstanding reading and language arts programs in schools throughout North America.” This honor goes to all the teaching and volunteer staff, to our students and parents.

    In particular, Sheila Harper of Hemenway worked to capture the program in words and pictures, in interviews and data sheets. Sheila will present the Hemenway program at the International Reading Association conference in April.

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  • Salute to Framingham on March 14th

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Salute to Framingham Committee is proud to announce this year’s recipients of the 2007 Salute to Framingham Award: Joe Casperowitz, James O’Connor, and Michael Phipps.

    Please join them in honoring these recipients who have given unselfishly of their time to thousands of children, at the 15th Annual Salute to Framingham Dinner on Wednesday, March 14th, 6 p.m. at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel.

    For information on the event, please visit framinghamflyers.com.

    The Salute benefits students involved in the Arts, Activities, and Athletics at Framingham High School. Tickets for this event are $60 per person and are a wonderful way to show support for Framingham High School and the people that help make it special.

    For more info, see: http://www.framinghamflyers.com

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  • Framingham First Day of School & Bus Routes

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The 2006‑2007 school year will begin on Wednesday, August 30, 2006 for all Framingham students in Grades 1 ‑ 12. Tuesday, August 29 will be a half-day orientation from 7:25 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. for students entering Grade 9 and from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. for students entering Grade 6. (Middle school pick-up will start at 11:25 a.m. on this day only.)

    Morning and afternoon kindergarten sessions will begin on Thursday, August 31, 2006. Pre-school sessions begin on Tuesday, September 5, 2006.

    Click on link below for Framingham Public School bus routes. Bus stop times and bus route numbers are subject to change prior to school opening. However, no changes in bus stop location will be made prior to October 2, 2006 unless required by documented and verified safety problems, or changes in kindergarten routes.

    Those students who do not know their bus assignments can go to the school attended to see their bus routes or receive the information at the principal’s office when they arrive in school on their first day of school.

    Related Link: <http://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/busroutes.htm>

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  • United Way of Tri-County Backpack Donation Drive

    FRAMINGHAM,MA — Kids Helping Kids!!! Many children want to go back to school each fall with the latest and greatest notebooks, pens, backpacks and other supplies. However, for some parents buying even the basic necessities is difficult. The United Way of Tri-County is asking for your help in making sure that every kid in the community has the tools they need to be ready to learn.

    Donate a backpack & supplies to a child in need

    It’s a great opportunity for children to feel good about helping others.

    How can you and/or your child help?  Purchase a backpack and all the supplies to go with it. (See the list below of supplies needed)  In order for the children to receive the backpacks before school starts please have the complete backpack to the United Way of Tri-County by August 4th.

    The backpacks can be dropped off at The United Way of Tri County office at 46 Park Street, Framingham MA, Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or at the MetroWest Daily News office.

    Please call 1.888.811.3291 ext. 57 for more information.

    You can also help local schools out while shopping for backpacks and supplies when you shop for them at Office Depot in Shoppers World, which has some great buys this week and backpacks starting at $ 9.99. Just mention a local school at checkout and Office Depot will donate 5 percent of your purchase to the school of your choice. See store for details and restrictions.

    Supply list: Grades K-2
    Qty./ Component/ Description
    6 Folder, 2 pocket, Assorted Colors
    3 Spiral Notebooks, 70 Ct., Wide Rule
    2 Glue, School, Washable, 4 oz,
    White 2 Glue Sticks, Dries Clear, .28 oz
    1 Filler Paper, Wide Rule, 10.5 X 8, 150/Pack
    2 Eraser, Pink, Large
    1 Crayola Crayons, Tuck Box, 24/Box
    1 Pencils, #2, All Wood, dozen
    1 Facial Tissue, 2 Ply, 100 count
    1 Scissors, 5 1/4″, Blunt Tip
    1 Ruler, Plastic, 12″, Inches & Metric
    1 Markers, 8 count, Washable, Wide
    1 Sharpener, Pencil, Double Barrel, Canister
    1 Pencil Case, Heavy-Duty, with zipper
    2 Pencil Cap Erasers, 12 Pack
    2 Pen, Medium Point, Red
    1 Paint Set, Watercolor, 8 Colors with Brush
    1 Backpack

    Grades 3-5
    Qty./ Component/ Description
    4 Folders, 2 Pocket, Assorted Colors
    3 Spiral Notebooks, 70 Count, Wide Rule
    1 Glue, School, Washable, 4 oz, White
    2 Glue Stick, Dries Clear, .28 oz
    3 Pen, Medium Point, BLUE
    3 Pen, Medium Point, RED
    1 Filler Paper, Wide Rule, 10.5 X 8, 150/Pack
    2 Eraser, Pink, Large
    1 Crayola Crayons, Tuck Box, 24/Box
    1 Pencils, #2, All Wood, dozen
    1 Facial Tissue, 2 Ply, 100 count
    1 Scissors, 5 1/4″, Pointed Tip
    1 Ruler, Plastic, 12″, Inches & Metric
    1 Markers, 8 count, Washable, Wide
    1 Colored Pencils, 12 count, 7″
    1 Sharpener, Pencil, Double Barrel, Canister
    1 Pencil Case, Heavy-Duty, with zipper
    1 Paint Set, Watercolor, 8 Colors with Brush
    1 Backpack

    Grades 6-12:

    Qty./ Component/ Description
    3 Folders, 2 Pocket, Assorted Colors
    3 Spiral Notebooks, 70 Count, Wide Rule
    1 Glue, School, Washable, 4 oz, White
    1 Glue Stick, Dries Clear, .28 oz
    4 Pen, Medium Point, BLUE
    2 Pen, Medium Point, RED
    1 Filler Paper, Wide Rule, 10.5 X 8, 150/Pack
    2 Eraser, Pink, Large
    1 Pencils, #2, All Wood, dozen
    1 Facial Tissue, 2 Ply, 100 count
    1 Scissors, 5 1/4″, Pointed Tip
    1 Ruler, Plastic, 12″, Inches & Metric, Asst.
    1 Colored Pencils, 12 count, 7″
    1 Sharpener, Pencil, Double Barrel, Canister
    1 Highlighter, Student Size, Yellow 1 Highlighter, Student Size, Pink
    1 Pocket Dictionary
    1 Calculator, Solar Power, Large Display
    1 Pencil Case, Heavy-Duty, with zipper
    1 Protractor, Plastic, Transparent, 6″, 1 80û
    1 Backpack

    See www.unitedwaytri-county.org for more info.

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  • FHS GIRLS LACROSSE ARE CHAMPS!

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Framingham High School Girls Varsity Lacrosse Team won the State Championship on Friday, June 16 in a squeaker overtime game. The final score was 13 – 12 in the MIAA State Final Division 1 Game versus East Longmeadow at Bowditch Field.

    The team’s bus was escorted through Framingham with a siren blasting police and fire truck escort. Concerts on the Green concertgoers on Framingham Centre gave the team waves and cheers.

    Congratulations!

  • Framingham High School Graduation Postponed

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Framingham High School graduation has been postponed until Sunday afternoon, June 4th, due to rain. Weather permitting, the ceremony will take place at Bowditch Field at 1 p.m.

    Principal Michael Welch is keeping parents and students updated on when the ceremony will take place via email.

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